Les Dames NOLA

Les Dames NOLA The New Orleans chapter of Les Dames d’ Escoffier International, an organization of female leaders in the food, beverage and hospitality professions.

Spicy, spirited, and unapologetically original. ✨Join us Tuesday, July 14 at MISTER MAO for An Evening with Dame Chef So...
06/17/2026

Spicy, spirited, and unapologetically original. ✨

Join us Tuesday, July 14 at MISTER MAO for An Evening with Dame Chef Sophina Uong, our LDEI Global Culinary Initiative Dinner and one of the most anticipated events on our 2026 calendar.

Sophina is one of the most fearless voices in New Orleans dining, and this is your chance to experience her signature point of view through a family-style, chef's-choice dinner built around vibrant flavors, lively tableside chit-chat, and the unmistakable Mister Mao energy.

Your ticket includes a multi-course family-style dinner, dessert, and one welcome cocktail or mocktail per guest.

📅 Tuesday, July 14, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
📍 Mister Mao, 4501 Tchoupitoulas St.
🎟️ $70 per person

Seating is limited and this one will sell out. Tickets below!
https://www.lesdamesnola.org/tickets/mistermao-gci

DAMES, THIS IS NOT A DRILL. 🚨Only TWO tickets left to From Heritage to Table: An Oven-side Chat with Chef Alon Shaya + D...
06/09/2026

DAMES, THIS IS NOT A DRILL. 🚨

Only TWO tickets left to From Heritage to Table: An Oven-side Chat with Chef Alon Shaya + Dame Emily Shaya.

An intimate, multi-course family-style dinner at Saba with two of the people who built one of the most beloved tables in this city. Emily’s one of our own, and she and Alon are getting into the heritage behind the food.

📍 Saba, 5757 Magazine St. 🗓️ Wednesday, June 17 at 6:30 PM 🎟️ $80, includes dinner, n/a beverages, and gratuity

Members only. Bringing a prospective Dame? They’re welcome as your +1.

Two seats. That’s it. Link to book 👇
https://tinyurl.com/2jtts677

Pack your walking shoes, Dames. 👟On June 11, we’re taking over Metairie Road for an afternoon Rambler, and Dame Ali Loft...
06/02/2026

Pack your walking shoes, Dames. 👟

On June 11, we’re taking over Metairie Road for an afternoon Rambler, and Dame Ali Loftin is leading the way on a tour de parish of her favorite neighborhood haunts.

The route:
📍 Old Metairie Bottle Shop, our 2 p.m. starting point (3127 Metairie Rd.)
📍 Garrison Kitchen + Cocktails
📍 Il Supremo, where we’ll land for dinner

The pours are strong, the walks are short (about a quarter mile between stops), and the whole vibe is very off-Bourbon. The crawl is free to join and pay-as-you-go at each stop, so come thirsty and order as you go.
RSVP is required so we can give the bars a headcount and lock in dinner.

This one is members only, but bring a +1 if there’s a prospective Dame you’ve been wanting to introduce. Comfortable shoes recommended.

RSVP 👇
https://www.lesdamesnola.org/rsvp-metairie

05/18/2026

Saturday morning, some of our Dames headed to Violet to lend a hand with - prepping meals for people who are unhoused in greater New Orleans. Renee’s work is a powerful reminder that food is community: connection, care, and dignity on every plate.

Want to support? Donate pantry ingredients or packaging supplies: [email protected]

Learn more / contact: https://www.shefrhome.org
Donate via the QR code in the reel.



MEMBERS: Join us June 11 for the Metairie Road Rambler led by Dame Ali Loftin.🕘 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (ish)📍 Tana • 2919 Met...
05/14/2026

MEMBERS: Join us June 11 for the Metairie Road Rambler led by Dame Ali Loftin.

🕘 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (ish)
📍 Tana • 2919 Metairie Road
🎟️ RSVP: https://www.lesdamesnola.org/rsvp-metairie
🍹&🍝: Pay as you go happy hour food & drinks along the way. Optional post-ramble dinner at Il Supremo.

Join us for an afternoon crawl along Metairie Road, where the pours are strong and the walks are short (1/4 mile between stops). Dame Ali Loftin is taking us on a tour of her favorite haunts.

Let us know if you're bringing a +1 prospective or joining us for dinner on the RSVP.

Hey, members! Whatcha doin' next Saturday, May 16? How 'bout joining us for morning of volunteering with Shefrhome? Che...
05/11/2026

Hey, members! Whatcha doin' next Saturday, May 16? How 'bout joining us for morning of volunteering with Shefrhome?

Check the link for details and RSVP if you can join us! --> https://www.lesdamesnola.org/rsvp-shefrhome

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT, y'all! Looking forward to seeing everyone there. Serving Up Influence brings together leading vo...
05/09/2026

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT, y'all!

Looking forward to seeing everyone there.

Serving Up Influence brings together leading voices in New Orleans digital marketing and content creation to share real-world strategies, emerging trends and best practices for building meaningful online presence and brand loyalty.

🗓️ May 11, 2026 / 4:30-6:30PM
📍 Cafe Reconcile (1631 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.)
ATTENDEES: Limited parking available behind the building, accessible from O.C. Haley Blvd. or Euterpe Street.

HOT DAME! Congratulations to NOLA Dames Sue Strachan (The Obituary Cocktail) and Chef Nina Compton (Kweyol/Creole) on th...
05/06/2026

HOT DAME! Congratulations to NOLA Dames Sue Strachan (The Obituary Cocktail) and Chef Nina Compton (Kweyol/Creole) on their James Beard 2026 Media Award nominations! Shout-out to Les Dames d'Escoffier Int'l (LDEI) Grand Dame Marion Nestle for her nomination (What To Eat Now), too!

Join us for an evening exploring how social media continues to shape the food, beverage and hospitality industry in New ...
05/06/2026

Join us for an evening exploring how social media continues to shape the food, beverage and hospitality industry in New Orleans.

ABOUT THE MODERATOR: Simone Reggie joined the French Truck Coffee team with more than a decade of experience in the hospitality industry. She oversees marketing, community relations and partnerships across the company’s 14 locations. Her career spans food and beverage, marked by a broad network of deep relationships with industry professionals, brands and consumers.

Previously, she served as Brand Ambassador for McIlhenny Company, where she cultivated relationships with chefs, bartenders, influencers, events and culinary schools on behalf of the Tabasco brand. Prior to, she was Diageo City Manager and owned and operated Simone’s Market, a locally sourced, full-service grocery store. She is also a member of the New Orleans chapter of Les Dames d'Escoffier International.

🗓️ May 11, 2026 / 4:30-6:30PM
📍 Cafe Reconcile (1631 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.)
🎟️ NON-MEMBERS: $15 donation for admission
MEMBERS: Check the April newsletter or text for FREE ADMISSION code to use at checkout.
🔗 https://www.lesdamesnola.org/tickets/dames-social26

Serving Up Social panelist Caroline Rosa, founder of Caroline Rosa Marketing, has more than 20 years of experience acros...
05/04/2026

Serving Up Social panelist Caroline Rosa, founder of Caroline Rosa Marketing, has more than 20 years of experience across theatre, non-profits, weddings and large-scale events. Caroline leads a boutique micro-agency dedicated to pairing talented creatives with small businesses that deserve big-brand attention. Her team specializes in authentic, strategic social marketing and content creation for restaurants, hospitality brands and beyond.

Join us for an engaging and insightful evening exploring how social media continues to shape the food, beverage and hospitality industry in New Orleans.

🗓️ May 11, 2026 / 4:30-6:30PM
📍 Cafe Reconcile (1631 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.)
🎟️ NON-MEMBERS: $15 donation for admission
MEMBERS: Check the April newsletter or text for FREE ADMISSION code to use at checkout.
🔗 https://www.lesdamesnola.org/tickets/dames-social26

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